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Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme Advisor

Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme Advisor

Commercial Services GroupAylesford, England, GB
29 days ago
Salary
£36,233.00 yearly
Job type
  • Part-time
  • Temporary
Job description

Commercial Services Group is one of the leading providers of procurement and support services to education and public sector customers globally. Serving over 15,000 customers, CSG is committed to providing an excellent customer and user experience underpinned by social value and a committed and empowered workforce.

Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme Advisor

Salary : £36,233

Location : Aylesford / Hybrid

  • This is a part-time (22.2 hours per week) 12-month Fixed Term Contract that is due to end on 31 / 03 / 26

At The Education People, we are committed to ensuring that children eligible for free school meals, including those with SEND, have access to high-quality holiday activities and nutritious meals. We are looking for a HAF Programme Advisor to play a vital role in delivering the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme on behalf of Kent County Council, ensuring compliance with DfE requirements and improving outcomes for children and families.

As a HAF Programme Advisor, you will :

  • Support the delivery of the HAF Programme across Kent, specialising in either holiday playscheme quality or School Food Standards compliance.
  • Monitor and evaluate holiday playschemes, ensuring they meet statutory and safeguarding requirements.
  • Lead in a specific area of the programme across the county, ensuring a high-quality and inclusive offer.
  • Engage with partners and agencies to support effective delivery and adherence to policies.
  • Assist in monitoring and reporting on project outcomes, using a solution-based approach to overcome challenges.
  • Ensure safeguarding policies are promoted and followed at all levels.

    • What We’re Looking For :

  • Level 4 / 5 or Degree-level qualification in a relevant subject and / or a specialist qualification (Level 3+) in out-of-school, early years, or food / nutrition.
  • Experience delivering and evaluating small-scale projects with successful outcomes.
  • Ability to advise and support providers to improve quality and outcomes.
  • Strong time management, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
  • Knowledge of Ofsted requirements, safeguarding, and school food standards.
  • Excellent interpersonal, influencing, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to deliver training and presentations to internal and external stakeholders.

    • In return, we offer :

  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Life assurance cover
  • Access to Kent Rewards
  • A culture of progression and development
  • Flexible working arrangements

    • About Commercial Services Group :

    Commercial Services Group (CSG) is the largest, local authority-owned trading company (LATCO) in the UK, wholly owned by Kent County Council. With over £800m in revenue per annum, CSG provides services to more than 16,000 education and public sector customers globally and is striving to be recognised as a global leader in education and public sector services.

    We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified people of all backgrounds.

    We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our application and interview process; please let us know if you require any.